Stage 4 Cancer PET Scan | Ganesh Diagnostic

This article will discuss the stage 4 cancer PET scan. We will also address some common questions related to stage 4 PET scans.

Stage 4 cancer is the stage of the cancer disease in which the disease has spread to other parts or distant locations of the body. This condition is also called as metastatic cancer. The stage can be diagnosed years after the initiation or initial stage of the cancer even if the primary cancer is removed. PET scan (positron emission tomography/ computed tomography scan) is a diagnostic tool that is used to detect cancers at early stages or later stages of the cancer. Stage 4 PET scan is the PET scan procedure performed in the 4 stages of cancer in any part of the body. Stage 4 defines the degree of cancer and can involve various organs within the body.

What Are Different Stage 4 Cancers and Their Spread?

Various organs involved in the cancer and are at stage 4 can involve different organs during the spread. Here are some common cancers of stage 4.

Stage 4 Breast Cancer

In this situation, cancer can spread beyond the breasts, underarms and internal mammary lymph nodes. This also spreads to the nearby areas of the breasts and leads to metastatic breast cancer. This can also spread to the bones, brain, liver lungs etc.

Stage 4 Lung Cancer

This leads to the cancer spreading beyond the lungs. It can also spread from one lung to another lung. Metastatic lung cancer can spread to the adrenal glands, bones and brain parts.

Stage 4 Prostate Cancer

The cancer can be detected in other parts of the body even after the removal of the prostate gland. Prostate cancer travels to other parts of the body like liver bones, lungs, adrenal gland etc.

Stage 4 Colorectal Cancer

The cancer can spread to other parts of the body or one or more organs that are near the colon. Stage 4 cancer of the colon can commonly spread to the lungs, liver, bones etc.

Which Scans Are Used to Detect Stage 4 Cancers?

Various scans used for the detection of stage 4 cancers include:

PET scan
CT scan
MRI Scan
X-ray

Where Do You Go for a Stage 4 Cancer Scan in Delhi?

A person can visit Ganesh Diagnostic Centre for any type of stage 4 cancer scan in Delhi. The centre provides heavy discounts on all stage 4 cancer scans. Ganesh Diagnostic has been providing stage 4 cancer scan services for decades and has a lot of experience.

Which type of PET scans are available at Ganesh Diagnostic Delhi?

Various types of PET scans available in Ganesh Diagnostic Centres are:

DOTA PET CT Scan (Book Now)
Brain PET Scan (Book Now)
F-18 Choline PET Scan (Book Now)
FDG-PET Scan (Book Now)
Whole Body PET Scan (Book Now)
PSMA PET Scan For Prostate (Book Now)
Dopa Brain PET Scan (Book Now)
PET Viability Scan Cardiac (Book Now)
Cardiac PET Scan (Book Now)

Conclusion

Stage 4 cancer sA PET scan is an advanced diagnostic procedure to detect diseases like cancer, lung diseases or cardiovascular disorders. The procedure is almost safe but some people can feel mild side effects like headache, dizziness, vomiting, nausea, allergy etc. Patients can visit Ganesh Diagnostic Centre for any type of PET CT scan and get heavy discounts on the test.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is a Stage 4 Cancer?

Which tests are used to detect Stage 4 cancer?

Various tests used to detect stage 4 cancer include MRI, CT, PET, X-ray etc.

What are various PET scans available at Ganesh Diagnostic Centre Delhi?

Various PET CT scans like DOTA PET CT Scan, Whole Body PET Scan, Brain PET Scan, F-18 Choline PET Scan, FDG-PET Scan etc. are available at Ganesh Diagnostic Centre Delhi.